Zambezi Expeditions

Lodge | Mana Pools National Park

Glamping in the legendary Mana Pools

The legendary Mana Pools is known for its rich, game-packed flood plains and four iconic permanent pools – all sustained by the ever-flowing Zambezi River. Zambezi Expeditions offers guests the best possible base from which to explore this World Heritage Site – in luxury tents right on the banks of the Zambezi.

Fit for a private safari, the tents give guests easy access to the Zambezi, allowing for canoeing excursions on the river or fishing for the sharp-toothed tiger fish from the banks, or island in the middle of the Zambezi. Ramble along the flood plain in search of big game or track wildlife on foot, crossing paths with elephant, buffalo, wild dog, eland and lion.

Zambezi Life Styles epitomises "glamping", with its en-suite bathroom facilities which include flush toilets and an outdoor hot bucket shower – and detailed furnishings of 12-volt lighting, electronic charging facilities and luxury beds. Dine on a delicious three-course meal on the banks of the Zambezi River. A buffet-style lunch allows guest to regroup between game drives.

Highlights

Mana Pools is known for its rich, game-packed flood plains and four iconic permanent pools

Luxury tents are located right on the banks of the Zambezi River

Easy access to the river for canoe excursions and fishing

Track wildlife on foot or take a traditional game drive across the flood plains

Why book with us?

Price Guarantee

Through our volume and direct relationships, we will ensure that you never pay more than you should. We’re so confident that if you manage to somehow find the same holiday for less, we'll beat it.

Expert Travel Advice

We’ve slept in the beds, tasted the food, met the people and seen the wildlife. Then we went back and did it all again, just to be sure. We’ll keep on going back to ensure that what we recommend is perfect for you. We pride ourselves on being the authority on African travel.

Doing Good

We want only the best for the place we call home, and that’s why are devoted to conservation and community upliftment. Join us, and leave your legacy in Africa.

Accreditations

We are a Southern Africa Tourism Services Association (SATSA) affiliated and bonded company, completing the circle of a one-stop travel shop to Africa. We are also members of African Travel and Tourism Association (ATTA), which is Europe’s largest trade association promoting Africa.

Awards

For five years running we’ve been awarded the title of Africa’s Leading Safari Company by the World Travel Awards, the Oscars of the travel industry. Ladies and gentlemen, you're dealing with the King of this Jungle!

Financial Protection

We are the only tour operator in Africa to provide complimentary financial protection. This means that should anything go wrong you can rest assured that we have you covered. It’s included in each booking and is completely free of charge.

Made in Africa

We have direct relationships with over 1,500 suppliers across Africa. Based in spectacular Cape Town, we’re on the ground which allows us to cut out agents and the middlemen, delivering you the best pricing possible.

Tailor-made Itineraries

Our itineraries are like the spots on a leopard’s coat - each one is different. We’ll tailor-make your trip to suit your individual needs rather than simply asking you to choose. Through this we create your dream trip.

Price Guarantee

Through our volume and direct relationships, we will ensure that you never pay more than you should. We’re so confident that if you manage to somehow find the same holiday for less, we'll beat it.

Expert Travel Advice

We’ve slept in the beds, tasted the food, met the people and seen the wildlife. Then we went back and did it all again, just to be sure. We’ll keep on going back to ensure that what we recommend is perfect for you. We pride ourselves on being the authority on African travel.

Doing Good

We want only the best for the place we call home, and that’s why are devoted to conservation and community upliftment. Join us, and leave your legacy in Africa.

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